When Travis and I were living in San Francisco, we bought a wind-up radio and a couple of flashlights. I think we also collected some canned goods and water, but I think we’ve since consumed them… oops!

At this point, I guess I’d classify us as semi-prepared. I’m not sure that really counts for anything, but a wind-up radio is better than nothing right?

There are all kinds of “rules” when it comes to the invitations. If the bride’s parents are paying for the wedding, the invitation is supposed to come from them.

If the couple is paying (or sharing the financial burden with their parents, as in our case) there are all kinds of ways to word it! Travis and I like the phrase “together with their parents”, but the decisions didn’t end there.

Do you know how many ways there are to say that we’re getting married?! In our research, we came across the phrases: as they celebrate their marriage, as they join together in Holy matrimony, as they begin their lives together… the list goes on and on!

On top of all this, we need to find a way to inform guests (especially the women) to dress up, but to wear lawn-friendly shoes.

We just can’t figure out the perfect combination of things to say!

I’d love to know what you like to see on wedding invites…

How would you (or did you) word your wedding invitations? Do you like to keep it formal or more laid-back? Any ideas on how to word our invites? Let me know what you think!

Our wedding reception is being held on a lawn, so I’ve been helping my mom and bridesmaids scope out cute wedges for the occasion. And let me tell you, I’ve come across a bunch of cute pairs that I want for myself!

Check them out and tell me which ones you like best!

This is one of our wedding colors, so perhaps I have a bit of a bias, but I love the pop of color and zipper on this cute pair!

And if for you’re up for a splurge, you can’t go wrong with Kate Spade…

Are you as into wedges this season as I am? Which of these do you like best? Do you have another pair that you’re eyeing? And what kind of outfits do you like to pair with them? Tell me all about it in the comments!

Happy Spring, lovely readers! I’m going to pretend that it’s not pouring at the moment and enjoy the excitement of a new season! And to celebrate, I’ve rounded up three of my favorite hair, makeup, and nail trends… check ’em out!

1. The Messy High Bun… this look has been around forever, but there’s a difference between a lazy messy bun and a purposeful one! Get the how-to for this perfectly-undone look here.

2. Funky Nails… we discussed Minx when they were first popping up on the red carpet, and out-of-this-world nails seem to be here to stay! Tons of companies are making it easy for women to get fun DIY manis at home (stay tuned for a how-to video about applying these babies on Monday!)

3. Simple Makeup, Bright Lips… this no-makeup look is made extra-beautiful with a pop of color.

Which of these Spring beauty trends are you most excited for? Any others I didn’t mention that you particularly love? Let’s chat about it in the comments!